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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 14 ส.ค. 2024
- Links below for everything mentioned in the video plus more.
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MAXXIS Assegai Dual Compound EXO Tubeless Ready Folding Tire www.amazon.com...
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OneUp Components EDC Tool V2,... www.amazon.com...
OneUp Components EDC Plug Plier... www.amazon.com...
OneUp Components EDC Pump... www.amazon.com...
Fox Factory Rebuild Kit for Float... www.amazon.com...
Fox Racing Shox Low Friction Dust... www.amazon.com...
Sram Black Universal Aluminium... www.amazon.com...
Bleed Kit for SHIMANO Hydraulic... www.amazon.com...
Ergon - SMC Sport Gel Saddle |... www.amazon.com...
Park Tool FR-5.2GT Cassette... www.amazon.com...
Park Tool SR-12.2 Sprocket... www.amazon.com...
RaceFace Crank Boot for Alloy... www.amazon.com...
Odi Elite Pro Grips, Black, 130mm www.amazon.com...
Park Tool PPL-1 PolyLube 1000... www.amazon.com...
Fantastic comprehensive honest review brotha! The hub upgrade was awesome, it's so cool that you can do this stuff on your own, impressive. I am looking to upgrade to 150 on my front as well. Smart move with the Velcro on the dropper lever.
Thanks a lot Sage! I love working on my bike almost as much as riding, plus bike shops can be a money pit.
Very nice review! I've been waiting for my EX 8 to come in since January. The wait is killing me.
Thats awesome! It is a great bike that really does it all. You’ll love it!
Thanks for watching!
Practical advice. I share the same likes and concerns with my very capable EX8.
My BB creaked from day one. Head tube started creaking after 1 year.
I broke 2 spokes in the first year.
Need volume spacers for big g-outs.
The bike climbs awesome and is stable downhill.
Ha! Yep I hope this video will help you out. Also sometimes just a simple bike wash can eliminate some small creaks. Thanks for watching!
Good call out on creaking. I’ll be doing that on the BB and HS , I have a SC 9.8 and FEX9. Great review
Yes. I rode today and noticed the BB creaking again. Its actually been a few weeks since I last did. I always enjoy working on my bike, so kind of looking forward to it…lol. Thanks for watching! I appreciate the positive feedback!
Excellent review!! Thank you very much for sharing your knowledge and above all the honesty with which you do it. wish you all the best!! Thank you very much from Chile, South America.
Muchas Gracias amigo. Saludos. Gracias por comentar.
I have the same bike as you and I completely agree with everything! I also have the bb and headset creaks and I fix it the same way as you do. So this review is great for anyone who’s running into the same problems.
Thats awesome that you have this bike. It has been problem free besides that. I appreciate the comment and thanks for watching!
Thank you this is great info! Getting this exact bike this week and have to learn a bunch. Your videos will be helping a lot 👍
Thats awesome! I really do love this bike! It has been great! Great components and pretty easy to maintain and look after. Enjoy that new bike! Thanks for watching and hope to make some new updated videos pretty soon.
I've raced for 20-years and can't replace my own chain w/out my mechanic. LMAO. Beautiful bike.
LOL! Hey thats ok. As long as you have fun on your bike. I just enjoy working on my bike as much as I do riding. Cheers!
Skate grip tape for levers, scrub it down on cement or itself for desired grip
Cool thanks for the tip. I just happened to have some velcro tape. So it was a real easy and cheap hack. Thanks for watching
Tip,to get to the pores in the hub the cassette and hub comes of in one piece for ease.
Hey thanks for the tip. Yes you are correct. Thanks for watching!
Great vid. Second vid I’ve watched from you of your Fuel EX, (I have a 9.8), and they help me feel the money I spent is justified 😂🙄
Tip I’ve found useful for rear axle removal: I lightly grease the entire axle body. This helps removal as well as protects it from moisture and erosion. Some sites even recommend slight grease on the thread, though I don’t go that far, as I’m scared vibrations from aggressive riding could shake it loose
I appreciate it Reyne. Yes thanks for the tip. I had also applied grease to the axle but it still seized up.
It appears to have seized at the threads. So I apply grease to the axle shaft and a bit of anti seize to the threads. As long as it is properly torqued and regularly checked for tightness it should not loosen up. Thanks for watching I appreciate it.
Cool vid bro. I have the exact same bike and color in xl. When I first got my bike, it was creaking like crazy but was fine after a tune up. I really like the Fuel but now I'm thinking of upgrading to a Slash 9.8.
Thats awesome bro! Yeah the Slash looks nice. The Fuel is perfect for my local trails. I would love to buy an enduro bike for some more gnarly trails but keep this one for my everyday ride. Thanks for the comment!
This was really great and informative! We have an EX 5 that my boys use but so far ,haven't run into any issues but will certainly come back to this when we do! Just out of curiosity, what grease are you using on the bottom bracket and pivots? Thanks again!!!
Thank you! The EX5 is awesome! My wife has the 2021. She’s had it for a year as well. That thing still works like new, zero complaints from her. She doesn’t ride as much as I do but the bike has been great. Here is the link for the grease. Also I added most of rebuild kits and component links in the video description.
Park Tool PPL-1 PolyLube 1000... www.amazon.com/dp/B000NORVHI?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
Can you make a video of the next time you service your bottom bracket? I have the exact same bike in an XL and have done all of your recommendations i.e. hub, tires, greasing pivots etc. And like you I only want to hear the tires and the hub!
Thanks for the comment! Yes will do! I just did it last week so probably be a little while.
I have a 9.8 and so far so good... only replacement was the derailleur hanger which I bent slightly due to a lil crash into a tree!! I am thinking about changing up to a 150mm fork, just for the little bit more travel...the 9.8 has a performance fork which is actually pretty good!! Great video 👍
Thats a nice bike! Thats awesome! That comes with a 36? Yeah always good to have a spare hanger. That way you are not waiting for a new one to arrive or being out of stock. Thanks for the comment!
@@ZRMTB Yeah it has a 36 on it!! The extra 2mm doesn't sound like much and I didn't think I would notice any difference in my old bike, which had a 32, but it's definitely making a difference!!
Nice Technical review and upgrade on the Trek fuel 🚴🏼♀️💪👍
Thank you my friend!
I’m so exited for the next flowy video when it’s coming out?
Great review.
Recently bought the same bike on a huge discount and so far I like it a lot. But can I ask if you change the spacer in the shock only for the bottoming out? I'm asking because mine feels kinda harsch when I ride trails that have lots of small bumps in quick succession. Feels great on the bigger hits but no matter what I try with rebound and compression, I can't seem to find that sweetspot on this shock. I'm thinking to get those spacers and try to ride with the biggest and lower the pressure.
Thats awesome! This bike is amazing. Did you set your sag correctly? For me I found that having less sag in both shock and fork made the bike feel better. So about 15 % sag.
I actually removed all spacers from fork and went with smaller spacer in shock.
great vid! had the same issues with creaking. the biggest offender was my headset. not 100% sure it was the knock block spacers but i added a lockring spacer so i can put on a shorter RF stem and the bike's been quiet ever since.
Thats awesome! What size stem did you install? I am thinking of trying out a 40 mm. Just need to decide on a brand. Thanks for watching!
@@ZRMTB went with a 35mm and the reach feels much better.
@@rAyBieS25 Nice👌🏽
Great Bmx video! Your content is awesome!
I’ve subscribed to your channel a while ago
Thank a lot, I really appreciate it!
Buen video Omar! yo comence con una 2017 trek fuel ex 8 y la modifique toda, gran nave!, el año pasado la vendi y compre la ebike KSL, saludos!
Gracias Pepe. Que bien. Es muy buena bici. Una ebike suena bien pero mejor cuando cumpla los 50 jajaja
claro, pero esta chevere la experiencia y tenerla como bici complementaria esta genial, en alguna pedaleada si quieres la pruebas un rato@@ZRMTB
@@pepesolari5575 Suena bien Pepe. Espero que si. Un dia aya en Wiss.
de una!! ya esta el video del sabado pasado, no pude grabar mas porque la bateria me empezo a fallar jaja@@ZRMTB
Great set up trek bicycle, I love trek. Keep safe
Thank you! Stay safe!
Awesome vid dude!! Really enjoyed watching this, sub 👊 I almost got one of these bikes a while back
Thanks dude I appreciate it a lot. Its an awesome bike.
Awesome review
Thanks dude!
Your bike looks mint for 900 miles! You should see the state of mine and I've done half that.
Haha! That just means you are using it like its meant to be used. Thanks. Just like keeping my bikes looking good.
@@ZRMTB More likely that I'm a terrible rider and always falling off!
Comprehensive video. Thanks for posting. Is this bike worth buying in 2024?
Thanks Bryan. I say definitely YES. The bikes geo and spec is very similar to the latest trail bikes.
Your rubber chainstay protector, I’m sure it came with the bike? But do you know how it’s attached? Is it glued on or does it wrap all the way around the chainstay?
Asking because I’m wondering if I could buy it and just slice off the top to put on my own bike, but that would require it to be held on by sticky glue instead of being a tight fit wrapping all the way around the chainstay
It comes with the bike. It does not wrap all the way around. It is glued on top and bottom of chain stay.
Here is a link for a chain stay wrap you could try.
www.ridewrap.ca/products/chainstay-armor/
I'm thinking about getting this model bike. They got one for sale locally. You still riding this bike!? That multi tool is awesome!
Yes definitely consider this bike. I no longer have this but I loved it while I did have it. Super easy maintenance and reliable. I kept the multitool and still use. 👌🏽
headset is creaking but most likely up top. In the process of cleaning buttom end, you are also reasambling top and most likely that's whats fixing it
Good info thanks
Mine creaked at the D shape nut just above the BB. I just added a little grease. Happened on my EX5 and EX8.
Good information thank you!
@@ZRMTB I like this EX8 as it’s less complicated and lighter then the 2023. I actually love my bike.
@@oldkicker8958 yeah have not checked the new EX’s but I like this frame look better.
Thank you 😊
Your Welcome! Thanks for the feedback!
Nice bike and great set up buddy
Thank you! 👍🏽
Thanks for the review! What crank boot covers are you using? Thanks, can you provide a link please?
Thanks for the comment! Here is the link. Sorry I forgot to mention them in the video. I also have the links in the description.
RaceFace Crank Boot for Alloy... www.amazon.com/dp/B00JNAK4OU?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
Great video! I want to get a full sus for both trail and jumping. Better start saving!
Thanks for watching. This bike is perfect for trail riding. Does great going downhill, medium drops and jumps.
@@ZRMTB Alright thanks!
So the fork travel can be upped to 150... good to know, will do that upgrade after the hub on my EX 8 I just picked up today
Yes sir. I did it and it made the bike feel more capable and slacker for going downhill. Also raised the bb a bit too.
Do you have a vid of taking crank and head off to clean and greese
Not yet. But I plan on making one soon.
Gorgeous Trek and great review! 🇺🇸
Thank you! Really appreciate it!
Hi, I have the exact same bike, so I enjoyed seeing all the improvements and maintenance recommendations that you have made! I’m going to try a few, but have a question for you. I’ve been riding rocky trails and doing drops/jumps with the fuel ex, so dented the back rim. I will replace it eventually and put on some new maxxis tires with cushcore too. What rims would you recommend? I could get the same bontrager rim. I’ve also seen recommendations for Dt Swiss. The bike shop guys keep talking up i9, but those are expensive and have to be custom ordered (long fulfillment dates I think). They would be awesome but unnecessary with the hub upgrade you mentioned and I would probably destroy them on the terrain that I ride. What would you get/recommend?
Hey Roger. Thats awesome! So I actually broke another spoke on the same wheel (rear) shortly after making this video. Two broking spokes in about a month. I replaced it and trued the wheel at home. It has been holding up great since. That is really the only issue I’ved had with these wheels. They have been great otherwise. I would recommend the Bontrager or DT Swiss. Both are really nice and at a decent price compared to the I9. The I9 is crazy expensive and I have heard some bad stuff about their new Hydra hub. I appreciate the comment and thanks for watching.
had the same bottom bracket issue on mine, changed the bb and that seemed to resolve the issue
Thats awesome. Need to do the same. Probably go with the wheels manufacturer thread together model. Thanks for the comment.
Hi there !
Definitely a very good video. Thanks for the details . I ordered a ‘22 ex8 . Can’t wait to ride it. My question is with the new rhythm 34 ‘22 I would like to check an 150 mm air spring to tune up the fork while servicing . Any advice to find the right Information about the new designed fork ? Or any other advice to get the head tube angle slacker by 0.5 or 1 degree ?
If you take the serial numbers written on the fork underneath the head set. You should be able to take them to your LBS and they can help you find what you need.
They make a special headset that uses a spacer between the fork and head tube to slacken out the head angle. You should be able to just google it.
Where do you purchase the components to upgrade the point of contact on the rear hub? I'd like to do this on my bike, I have the 2022 model.
- William
Thanks for watching. Links are listed below.
www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/equipment/cycling-components/bike-hubs-hub-parts/bontrager-rapid-drive-108-freehub-pawl-springs/p/21958/
www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/equipment/cycling-components/bike-hubs-hub-parts/bontrager-rapid-drive-108-freehub-pawls/p/21957/
I almost bought that bike but they were closed that day so I bought the Trance instead
Cool, I do not know much about the Trance but I hear its pretty good. Good luck!
nice ride my friend. I need to get myself one
Thank you! Yes would recommend!
Nice. With the bike in the low position do you find you get more pedal strikes?
Yes, but not too many where it is a huge problem.
My 2021 9.7 also creaks at the BB. It sounds like I'm sending out Morse Code. What tire pressure do you run?
Thanks for watching! I run 21psi
Front and 23psi rear.
Great review! Thanks for the info!👍
Thanks, I appreciate it!
Great review mate !
Thank you! And thanks for watching!
@@ZRMTB You're welcome mate!! :)
Wonderful place love it.Thanks For Sharing again 🤝🤝🎁
Thanks for watching!
great review - def enjoyed the video..
Thank you I appreciate it! Thanks for watching!
Guys, if you got a new bike like that, you need to remove all bolts from the bike, grease the parts that needs to be greased and put glue again on the screws. Solves all creaking and clicking, 100%. Did that bike, and now bike is running perfectly!!!!
Thats awesome!
I had 21 EX 5...never creaked after good wash.
Awesome! Yeah my wife’s EX 5 has been super quiet.
Trek says this is their all round bike
Do you think this would be OK to use for a 5 mile commute, with trails at the weekend?
Absolutely…I ride this 20-25 miles no problem! All types of terrain and trail levels.
@@ZRMTB thanks appreciate the response
My friend has me convinced that full suspension is TERRIBLE on the road but he's never tried this specific bike lol
@@getstrongby4038 It is not ideal for road but you can get by pretty good if you lock out the suspension and maybe set the mino link to high setting. Thanks for watching!
Great review. Quick question. Are those pedals nylon?
Yes they are. Link for the pedals below. Thank you for watching!
www.racepacebicycles.com/product/bontrager-line-elite-mtb-pedal-346172-1.htm
Good video. I have an opportunity to buy a really clean 2014 trek ex8 for $800 , do you think that’s a good deal considering it is 2024 ? Thanks
Is it a 1X drivetrain?
Maybe I take my bike to you for service..🤣 Nice Review.
Haha. Yeah for sure lol. Thanks
What's the size of tyres for medium?
29 front and back.
Width 2.6 front and 2.4 rear.
looks like a sick bike! Im not a fan of creaks but am also too lazy to trouble shoot them for more than 10 minutes lol
Yeah…sometimes a simple bike wash fixes a lot of the creaks. Thanks for watching!
Nice ride Mate,. I have Remedy.. 9.7,.. so far so good,.
Thank you! I appreciate it. That Remedy is very nice as well!
@@ZRMTB yeah Mate,..stay connected,..new friend is here 😊,.. thx for sharing., feels like room for TREK lover here 😊👍
good video friend, and thanks for the contents
Thank you my friend! And thanks for watching I appreciate it!
i wonder if that high setting will feel better on the 150mm fork
That’s a great question. Hope to find out soon. Thanks for watching!
The longer travel would bring up the bb height a bit. Would be good to keep the pedal strikes down. I will def do some comparisons.
Have you ever looked into the Top Fuel 8?
Or compared the ride of that model to your fuel ex 8?
Que onda primo. No I have not tried the Top Fuel. I think it would be faster on climbing and flatter trails. Going down and chunkier trails the Fuel EX I believe would perform a bit better. All depends on the rider but that is just my opinion.
@@ZRMTB no todo calmado👍🏽
Yeah I can see that because of the travel difference in the suspensions.
I purchased the top fuel but im worried it won’t stand up to downhill/trails. The day I tested them the fuel ex8 felt like it sagged too much but im not sure if the bike shop had enough air in the suspension for my weight.
@@csalinas-sf6jg Orale yeah probably not set up right for your weight. For me I rather have more comfortable feeling going down. I like riding techy down hills with drops. Going up for me is what ever. I rather have more fun going down. I have a hardtail that I sometimes use for more XC trails.
I have a Trek Roscoe 8.
@@ZRMTB ima reconsider my choice. You make a good point about having more control downhill
Good tips thank you
You bet!
Very informative bro thanks for sharing
Thank you! I appreciate it.
I’m buying a used one for $550 and it looks like it’s in good condition. Is it a good deal?
Heck yeah. Get it now
13 months & 900 miles? That's about a month's mileage for us.
Well I’m jealous lol!
Can you do this on a fuel ex5
Yes, will be doing soon. Thanks!
Think it can handle dirt jumps?
I am not sure as I am not a big dirt jumper. I’ve seen Cam McCaul use it for jumping and he says its great.
@@ZRMTB Ok thanks for the info
wow nice bike
Thank you my friend!
why would anyone dislike this
Right 😁
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Thank you my friend! Much appreciated! Thanks for watching!
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Thats awesome. Thank you! Will check out your channel and support as well. Keep safe my friend!
How tall are you?
I’m 5’ 8”. I feel I could ride a Medium or Medium/Large.
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